Coordinator of Nationally Competitive Scholarships

About Us Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi‑campus university with an enrollment of over 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800‑member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus. Job Summary The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for a Coordinator of Nationally Competitive Scholarships. The Coordinator of Nationally Competitive Scholarships plays a pivotal role in identifying, mentoring, and supporting UNG students interested in applying for major awards. To do so, the Coordinator leads strategic recruitment and provides individual advising to students primarily on the Dahlonega campuses, with monthly outreach to the Blue Ridge and Cumming campuses. In addition, the Coordinator contributes to and supports recruitment and advising strategies on the other campuses through collaboration with NCS staff there. The Coordinator also leads targeted scholarship writing workshops, manages NCS Faculty Fellows and student workers, and stays abreast of trends in the national scholarships landscape. This position reports to the Assistant Vice President for Academic Affairs/Dean of Honors and as such will also support other offices of the Ascend Centers on these campuses (the Center for Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities, McNair, Honors Program) as needed. Must be willing to work on multiple campuses as the need arises. This position will require some after hours and weekend events. Please be advised that any offer of employment is contingent upon your eligibility to work in the United States. The university is aware of recent federal changes that may significantly increase the cost of filing H‑1B visa petitions. As a public institution, the university's ability to cover such costs is subject to budgetary constraints and state funding policies. Therefore, while we remain committed to supporting international faculty hires, we cannot guarantee payment of any newly imposed or increased visa‑related fees. If you have any questions regarding the visa policy, please contact Monica Arrendale at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Responsibilities Develop recruitment initiatives to identify and support scholarship applicants. Organize and run targeted writing workshops. Lead information sessions on national scholarship opportunities. Participate in outreach activities to promote scholarships and undergraduate research. Stay abreast of application requirements, best practices, deadlines, etc. Meet with students both one‑on‑one and via group sessions to discuss available and appropriate scholarship and undergraduate research opportunities. Provide detailed written and verbal feedback on personal statements and other application components. Lead on‑campus selection processes for scholarships requiring institutional nomination. Serve on the internal scholarship selection panels as requested. Maintain strong working knowledge of current scholarship opportunities. Manage student workers and faculty fellows who assist in scholarships process. Assist in maintenance of comprehensive publicity plan for communicating scholarship and undergraduate research results to wider campus audience. Maintain and update databases of winners/applicants and NCS alumni; assist in compiling analyses and reports. Support and fill in for other initiatives spearheaded by the Ascend Centers including CURCA, McNair and Honors. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Candidate must demonstrate excellent writing and communication skills and the ability to work closely with undergraduates. Must be able to multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment, demonstrate attention to detail, exhibit excellent customer service. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree required Must be able to multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment, demonstrate attention to detail, exhibit excellent customer service. Three years related experience with either national scholarships, advising, grant writing, tutoring or mentoring. Valid Class driver's license is required. Preferred Qualifications Master's or PhD preferred Experience in international settings and/or with diverse groups of students preferred. Proposed Salary Minimum $50,957 Conditions of Employment Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre‑employment drug test. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans. Other Information This is not a supervisory position. This position does not have any financial responsibilities. This position will not be required to drive. This role is considered a position of trust. This position does not require a purchasing card (P‑Card). This position will not travel. Background Check Position of Trust + Education #J-18808-Ljbffr The University of North Georgia